Jesus Rubio Obituary, Death: One dead after officer-involved shooting in Hobbs.
Jesus Rubio Obituary, Death – A fatal incident involving the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) occurred on Monday evening in Hobbs, resulting in the death of one person. The shooting took place shortly after 6:00 p.m., when state police officers pulled over a white Dodge Charger on East Marland Street, according to NMSP Chief Troy Weisler.
Chief Weisler stated that after the vehicle stop, an unspecified “incident occurred,” leading to two officers discharging their firearms. The suspect, identified as Jesus Rubio, was pronounced dead at the scene. Fortunately, the officers involved in the shooting were not injured.
The New Mexico State Police have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and have assured that further details will be shared as they become available. As the community awaits more information, the incident has prompted questions about the circumstances that led to the fatal outcome.
